I have a vision for our world: a world where everything is valued again for what it’s truly worth, and where people and organisations dare to choose value over status. That vision is the engine behind my atelier and my business. I want to inspire as many people as possible to join this movement, because together, we shape the world of tomorrow.
An Vandenberk
beyond luxury
Bespoke Leather creations, Designed for You Alone
For those who appreciate distinctive design, fine craftsmanship and the pleasure of owning something truly personal. Each creation is individually designed and handcrafted in my Brussels leather atelier, with its future owner in mind.
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I Don’t Just Select Leather. I Read It.
Every leather has its own character, from its texture and movement to the way it responds to a particular shape. As a Material Shaman, I explore these qualities and allow them to influence my designs, whether the material is new, surplus or already carries a personal history.
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small leather goods, Beautifully Considered
Refined everyday pieces from the same upcycled leather I use in my bespoke work, a more accessible way into the atelier.
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Timeless Avant-Garde in Bamboo
Sculptural silhouettes, thoughtful proportions and the softness of bamboo. AN is my clothing line for those who enjoy expressing their individuality through what they wear. Designed in Brussels and produced in small quantities, these pieces leave room for personal interpretation.
Discover ANSelected Leather Creations
Architectural lines, unexpected details and materials chosen for their particular qualities. Each creation in this selection was developed individually, offering a glimpse of the different directions a design can take.
Each of these designs began with a different brief. And every new commission brings the possibility of something entirely different.
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The Pleasure of a Personal Commission
Some clients enjoy exploring every detail of a new handbag. Others prefer to share what appeals to them and leave more room for surprise. There is no single way to commission a piece, and you don’t need to arrive with a fully developed design.
I take care of the creative and technical work, involving you in the decisions that matter to you. You can follow the evolution of your handbag, enjoy the discoveries along the way and leave the making in my hands.
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from the atelier
Where Materials Inspire New Possibilities
An old favourite can sometimes become the beginning of something entirely new. A leather jacket or handbag brought to my atelier may hold details worth preserving, reimagined within a design made for its owner today.
Explore Leather Transformations.
I’m An Vandenberk
ArtDesigner, Leathercraftswoman & Material Shaman
My studies in architecture and interior decoration shaped my attention to form, proportion and volume. Today, those interests meet my work as a leather craftswoman.
In my Brussels atelier, I develop each bespoke creation from the first design decisions to the final finishing. I enjoy exploring unexpected possibilities in leather and translating a client’s wishes into a design with a character of its own.
My clothing line AN offers another expression of my fascination with materials and form.
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Explore a selection of sculptural bamboo clothing, designed to be worn and interpreted in your own way.
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from my Brussels atelier
A Glimpse Behind the Atelier Doors
New designs, one-of-a-kind pieces and occasional invitations from my atelier in Schaerbeek. Through my newsletter, I share selected creations, available prototypes and moments from the making process that you might not see elsewhere.
Receive News from the AtelierDesigned for You
Your handbag is developed around your wishes, rather than adapted from an existing model.
Inside and Out
The lining, compartments, fastening and proportions are considered as carefully as the silhouette.
Materials With a Story
You work directly with me, the person who designs and handcrafts your handbag in Brussels.
Direct contact with me
Living abroad? We can meet by video call, and I will share the making of your handbag as it takes shape.
Newsletter
Would you like to know when a new one-of-a-kind piece becomes available, or receive an invitation to an event at my atelier? Leave your email address and I’ll keep you informed.
Discover What’s Beyond Luxury: Where Your Story Meets the Material
Step into a world of Composites: one-of-a-kind pieces where essence meets material – your own, in bespoke leather; mine as a designer, in AN bamboo wearable art. Every leather piece is handcrafted in my Brussels atelier, made to last.
Skip the fleeting allure of seasonal collections and invest in a piece that brings lasting meaning – to yourself or someone you love.
A piece to cherish, an investment to feel good about.
Every visit to the atelier starts with the right conversation. Choose what brings you here:
- Starting a bespoke leather Composite → Design Consultation, one hour,
- A repair, restoration or transformation → Assessment Appointment, up to 45 minutes,
- Curious about AN? → Discover AN, a complimentary 1.5-hour private atelier visit, max. 5 people
📍 Van Ooststraat 56, 1030 Schaarbeek
🕚 By appointment only
Click below to book your visit or shop online and pieces shaped by material, craftsmanship and meaning.
Because a thoughtful choice is always in style.
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